Report: Abercrombie to Seek Fresh Backers for China Business
The US-listed company is conducting a review of its Chinese assets and may sell a stake in the unit, which could be valued at several hundred million dollars, Bloomberg reported.
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Walmart Is in Advanced Talks to Acquire Online Men's Retailer Bonobos
"The largest of the Walmart deals under Lore was $70 million, but sources say Bonobos will go for more than that."
Walmart Is in Advanced Talks to Acquire Online Men's Retailer Bonobos
"The largest of the Walmart deals under Lore was $70 million, but sources say Bonobos will go for more than that."
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The Top 10 M&A Targets in Fashion and Luxury
As industry growth slows, fashion’s biggest players are looking to grow by acquisition. BoF identifies the top targets in their cross hairs.
The Top 10 M&A Targets in Fashion and Luxury
As industry growth slows, fashion’s biggest players are looking to grow by acquisition. BoF identifies the top targets in their cross hairs.
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Report: Meredith Offer Falls Short of Time Inc's Price Expectations
Time Inc is looking to sell itself for more than $20 per share, but Meredith has so far made a preliminary offer with a price range that values it below that.
Report: Meredith Offer Falls Short of Time Inc's Price Expectations
Time Inc is looking to sell itself for more than $20 per share, but Meredith has so far made a preliminary offer with a price range that values it below that.
Retail
Retail Woes Dampen Investors' Appetite For Deals
The number of mergers involving apparel, shoes and jewellery dropped 12 percent to 115 in the past year.
Retail Woes Dampen Investors' Appetite For Deals
The number of mergers involving apparel, shoes and jewellery dropped 12 percent to 115 in the past year.
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Op-Ed | Kate Spade's Takeover Isn't in the Bag Yet
Expectations of a takeover appear to have soared beyond what's realistic. And yet there are some who still harbour hopes of an even bigger premium.
Op-Ed | Kate Spade's Takeover Isn't in the Bag Yet
Expectations of a takeover appear to have soared beyond what's realistic. And yet there are some who still harbour hopes of an even bigger premium.
Retail
Amazon Wins Battle to Buy Souq.com
The US e-commerce giant trumped an offer from Emaar Malls PJSC, the operator of the world’s biggest shopping centre, which bid $800 million for Souq.com.
Amazon Wins Battle to Buy Souq.com
The US e-commerce giant trumped an offer from Emaar Malls PJSC, the operator of the world’s biggest shopping centre, which bid $800 million for Souq.com.
News & Analysis
Coach Said to Be Readying Kate Spade Buy
Sources say Coach is set to soon announce its intention to acquire Kate Spade. But will another bidder get there first?
Coach Said to Be Readying Kate Spade Buy
Sources say Coach is set to soon announce its intention to acquire Kate Spade. But will another bidder get there first?
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Report: Buyout Funds Line Up Bids For The Body Shop Amid Pricing Challenges
L'Oreal, which bought the company in 2006, sent out information packages earlier this month to a large number of bidders, hoping for a valuation of close to 1 billion euros.
Report: Buyout Funds Line Up Bids For The Body Shop Amid Pricing Challenges
L'Oreal, which bought the company in 2006, sent out information packages earlier this month to a large number of bidders, hoping for a valuation of close to 1 billion euros.
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Perfumer Speaks on Rare LVMH Acquisition
Maison Francis Kurkdjian's founders tell BoF about LVMH's acquisition of their company and what the deal means for the future.
Perfumer Speaks on Rare LVMH Acquisition
Maison Francis Kurkdjian's founders tell BoF about LVMH's acquisition of their company and what the deal means for the future.
Retail
Wal-Mart Buys Online Clothing Seller ModCloth
Wal-Mart has been making a big push to pick up smaller online brands as it tries to make headway against Amazon.
Wal-Mart Buys Online Clothing Seller ModCloth
Wal-Mart has been making a big push to pick up smaller online brands as it tries to make headway against Amazon.
Retail
How Neiman Marcus Readied Itself for Potential Sale
The Dallas-based retailer restructured its considerable debt to appeal to buyers after yet another disappointing quarter.
How Neiman Marcus Readied Itself for Potential Sale
The Dallas-based retailer restructured its considerable debt to appeal to buyers after yet another disappointing quarter.
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Kraft's Shock Bid Triggers Unilever Focus on Short-term Value
Kraft Heinz's bid has jolted Unilever into focusing more on delivering on its strategy in the short-term, the Anglo-Dutch company's finance chief said on Friday.
Kraft's Shock Bid Triggers Unilever Focus on Short-term Value
Kraft Heinz's bid has jolted Unilever into focusing more on delivering on its strategy in the short-term, the Anglo-Dutch company's finance chief said on Friday.
The News in Brief
Chanel Sales Up 16% in First Half
Chanel’s sales are accelerating after returning to growth last year, Bloomberg reported citing an unnamed source. Beauty sales rose 8 percent.
P&G to Buy Supplement Maker Thorne for $3.8 Billion
Shailesh Jejurikar, chief executive of the American personal care conglomerate, told CNBC it will acquire the line from LVMH-backed private equity firm L Catterton.
Eli Lilly to Offer Early Access to Next-Gen Obesity Drug to Some Patients
Eli Lilly said on Monday it would allow a limited number of patients to have early access to its experimental obesity drug, retatrutide, before its US FDA approval.
India’s Nykaa Posts Higher Quarterly Profit on Strong Beauty Demand, Fashion Growth
India’s FSN E-Commerce Ventures, which operates beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa, reported a more than three-fold rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, boosted by strong growth in its beauty business and a sharp acceleration in fashion sales.
Ferragamo Returns to Profit as Relaunch Strategy Advances
The Italian luxury brand swung to a net profit for the first half after growing sales in the second quarter, with turnaround efforts particularly evident in its directly owned shops.
Shein Seeks $30 Billion to $40 Billion Valuation for August IPO, Sources Say
The valuation target marks a dramatic reset for Shein, which plans to launch its IPO as early as mid-August, three people familiar with the matter said.
Zalando Narrows Profit Outlook, Sees Growth at Lower End of Range
The online fashion retailer said 2026 revenue and growth will land in the lower half of its previously guided range and narrowed its adjusted operating profit outlook.